Assessing frost damage on crops | Big Size Pumpkin Seeds

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Joel Milowicki of Keenan Greenhill Farm in Hempfield operates JP’s Farmers Market on Route 819 with his family. Some of his crops, like many others in the state, were hurt by the rainy summer.

Peel, halve and finely slice the onion. Peel and finely chop or crush 1 large or 2 small garlic cloves. Pick the leaves off enough thyme sprigs so you have 1 good tablespoon worth. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a flameproof casserole, one with a lid (or use a saucepan, then transfer to a casserole or baking dish, using foil to cover).